Explorers and Expeditions
What is New Amsterdam now called?
New York
What was life like for settlers in Jamestown?
Life was difficult due to disease, starvation, and conflicts with Native Americans
How did the people of New Netherland feel about Peter Stuyvesant's leadership?
Many people did not like his harsh rule, and he was not popular among the settlers.
What is the meaning of "armada"?
A big group of ships, usually for war.
What river made it easier for the English to attack New Amsterdam?
The Hudson River made it easier to get to the city.
What was the primary motivation behind the Spanish sending explorers to the Americas?
To find gold and spices
Why did the Pilgrims settle in North America?
For religious freedom and to separate from the Church of England
Why was the English victory over the Spanish Armada considered a significant event?
England took control of more land in the Americas
What is a "charter"?
A document that gives people permission to start a colony.
How did the geography of New Netherland affect Peter Stuyvesant’s leadership?
The land was near water, which made it easier for enemies to attack, and Stuyvesant couldn’t stop them.
How did the invention of gunpowder assist European explorers in their journeys?
It gave them confidence to explore, as they could better defend themselves.
How were the settlements at the Plymouth colony and the Massachusetts Bay colony similar?
Both were established by English settlers seeking religious freedom, and both were located in New England.
What geographical feature made it easier for the English to launch an attack on New Amsterdam?
The Atlantic Ocean helped the English reach New Amsterdam
What is a "pilgrim"?
A group of people who came to America to have the freedom to practice their religion.
What was the name of the land bridge that early humans crossed to reach North America?
Bering Land Bridge.
Why did John Cabot and Jacques Cartier travel to North America?
They were searching for a sea route across North America that would lead to Asia.
What are the key similarities and differences between the Roanoke and Jamestown colonies?
Both were from England, but Roanoke disappeared mysteriously, while Jamestown succeeded
What was the relationship between the French missionaries and fur traders had with the Native Americans in New France?
French traders exchanged furs for goods with the Huron and Algonquin, while missionaries taught Native Americans Catholicism.
What is "tolerance"?
Accepting and respecting different beliefs and religions.
Which town was established after the Powhatan and Jamestown settlers reached an agreement?
Salem
What country did Christopher Columbus sail for when he crossed the Atlantic?
Spain
Which colony was founded by the Pilgrims in 1620?
Plymouth
What was the name of the agreement signed by the Pilgrims before they landed at Plymouth?
The Mayflower Compact.
What is the meaning of "colonization"?
The process of setting up colonies in new areas.
What ocean did Christopher Columbus cross to reach the Americas?
The Atlantic Ocean.